Bill C-12

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Last mentioned: Feb 26, 2026

Timeline

  1. Committee Review

    Scheduled date for federal committee to hear testimony on Bill C-12 amendments.

  2. Eby Public Opposition

    Premier David Eby issues a formal statement pushing back against proposed Bill C-12 changes.

  3. Bill C-12 Introduced

    Federal government introduces Bill C-12 with focus on administrative immigration updates.

  4. Extortion Surge

    Widespread reports of extortion threats against B.C. businesses trigger provincial task force.

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BC Premier Eby Challenges Bill C-12 Changes Over Extortion Enforcement Gaps

British Columbia Premier David Eby is formally opposing proposed amendments to federal Bill C-12, arguing that the legislation must include more robust immigration controls to effectively combat rising extortion rates. Eby contends that the current federal approach fails to address the nexus between organized crime and immigration status, potentially undermining provincial public safety efforts.

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